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Where/When: Dulles Expo Center, 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly; Saturday, Sept. 10, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Why Go: Calling feline enthusiasts of all ages! One of the largest cat shows in the United States comes to Dulles, with vendors, jewelry, food, artwork, and over 500 cats in attendance. Saturday will feature a household pet show with local cats. Sunday will feature a parade of breeds.
Pricing: $8 adults, $5 children under 12 and senior 60 and over; $24 family of 4
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Ages: 8 and up
Alliance for Liberty: Military Encampment Weekend
Where/When: Mount Vernon Estate, Museum & Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon; Sept. 10 and 11, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Why Go: Two hundred and thirty years ago, Gen. George Washington and French Gen. Rochambeau hatched a plan at Mount Vernon that led to the British surrender of the Revolutionary War. In commemoration of this anniversary, Mount Vernon will come alive with hundreds of war re-enactors, including Gen. Washington himself. Kids and adults can wander the military camp, meeting soldiers and watching military demonstrations throughout the day.
Pricing: $15 adult, $7 children 6-11, free for children 5 and under
Ages: All ages, but best for ages 6 and over
Where/When: McLean Central Park, Route 123 and Old Dominion Drive, McLean; parking at Dolley Madison Library; Wednesday, Sept. 14, 12:30 p.m.
Why Go: The Jammin’ Juniors Concert series returns from its summer hiatus with the Teddy Bear Band — a children’s music band that, refreshingly, does not dress up in costumes. The Teddy Bear Band’s aim is for children to maintain a positive sense of self through music and fun, while delivering plenty of "adult friendly" audience participation opportunities.
Pricing: Free!
Ages: Ages 2-5
